2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Laguna | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
